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Calling all youth
Calling all youth
ages 14-21 years old
ages 14-21 years old
If you're looking to equip yourself with skills before embarking on your career, join the YMCA Project Bridge Vocational and Soft Skills Programme (VaSSP) today!
Stories from our alumni
Stories from our alumni
Why you should join?
Why you should join?
Within six months, pick up essential workplace readiness skills and attend vocational training conducted by established industry partners
Receive guidance and support from our dedicated social workers
12 vocational pathways to choose from:
Junior Track (14-15 years old)
Barista
Media Production Assistant
Nail Spa
Senior Track (16-21 years old)
Automotive
Baking
Barbering
Barista
Culinary
Digital Marketing
Enrichment Teacher Assistant (Pre-School)
Hairdressing
Media Production Assistant
Nail Spa
Pet Grooming
Pottery
Programme details
Programme details
Programme Run:
February, May, August, and October each year
27 October 2025
2 March 2026
25 May 2026
17 August 2026
26 October 2026
Entry Requirements:
14-21 years old
Singapore Citizen or Permanent Resident
Educational attainment of GCE ‘N’ Level or below
Able to commit and attend full-time training and achieve 80% attendance for the programme
Terms & Conditions apply
Cost:
$300 programmme fee after subsidy (U.P. $5,000)
Venue:
YMCA of Singapore (1 Orchard Road, Singapore 238824)
Assessment Interview
Soft-skills Trainings
Vocational Trainings & Job Placement will be arranged by our partners
Your next step starts here
Your next step starts here
Make a referral via our portal
A YMCA staff will contact you to schedule a Pre-Admissions Interview to assess the suitability of the youth for the programme
Parent & child to be present
Venue of the interview will be held at YMCA HQ
Contact Us
Contact Us
YMCA of Singapore
1 Orchard Road, Singapore 238824
Email: projectbridge@ymca.org.sg
Mobile: +65 90609842
Website: Vocational and Soft Skills Programme | YMCA of Singapore
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Programme
Programme
How many vocational courses can I choose from?
You can only choose one out of the 13 vocational tracks
Is this programme recognised by MOE?
Yes, this programme is recognised by the Ministry of Education.
What will I receive at the end of the vocational training?
You will receive a "Certificate of Completion" from our vocational training partners. Some of the vocational training programmes are WSQ Certified. The certificate you received at the end of the vocational training is recognised in the industry.
Will there be a written exam/test?
Depending on your vocational training, you may be required to complete an assessment to determine your competency in the vocational knowledge and skills.
Do I need to be officially exempted from school before coming for this programme?
No, you do not need to.
If my parent/ guardian is unable to attend the assessment interview, can my sibling or relative accompany me instead?
Yes, they are allowed to. However, they need to be 21 years old and above.
What is the dress code?
T-shirts and long pants (e.g. jeans, sweatpants), or dresses/ knee-length skirts for ladies
Covered shoes (e.g. sneakers, sports shoes, school shoes)
Cardigan, sweater or jacket
What are the employable rates for the programme?
The rate of employability is dependent on the industry and the readiness of the youth. Throughout the programme, our team of dedicated social service professionals will support the youth in getting a job placement.
Payment
Payment
What is included in the programme cost of $300?
It includes the admission fees for vocational training. If the training requires you to purchase any equipment (e.g. aprons, scissors), you may loan the equipment from us at no additional cost for the duration of the programme.
May we use Edusave to make payment?
Applicants have to be current students in a local Secondary or Tertiary school in order to pay with their Edusave account. Speak to our staff for more information on how to utilise your Edusave funds for the programme.
Are there any repercussions if I am unable to complete the course or withdraw prematurely from it?
This programme is heavily subsidised and made possible by generous donors. Applicants who are unable to attain 80% of the course attendance or withdraw prematurely are required to bear a penalty of 50% of the total course fee (i.e. $2,500).
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